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aboutAbout us
absenceHandling absence due to sickness or injury - legal overview Logged in members only.
absenceRequest medical report (long-term absence) - letter to GP Logged in members only.
absenceSelf-certification of absence form Logged in members only.
absenceAbsence - confirm warning - letter A sample is available.
absenceUnauthorised absence letters Logged in members only.
absenceUnauthorised absence - first letter - request contact Logged in members only.
absenceUnauthorised absence - second letter - invite to disciplinary hearing Logged in members only.
absenceUnauthorised absence - third letter - rescheduled disciplinary hearing Logged in members only.
absenceUnauthorised absence - fourth letter - dismissal Logged in members only.
absenceRequest medical report (frequent absence) - letter to GP Logged in members only.
absenceAbsence documents Logged in members only.
absenceAbsence reporting and sick pay policy Logged in members only.
absencesHandling absences other than sickness - legal overview Logged in members only.
absenceAbsence - introduction page
abuseSubstance abuse policy Logged in members only.
acceptanceResignation - confirm acceptance - letter Logged in members only.
acceptanceFlexible working - acceptance letter Logged in members only.
accessAccess instructions
accidentH & S - accident reporting and records - guide Logged in members only.
actionDisciplinary action - legal overview Logged in members only.
additionalAuthorisation of additional, outside work - letter Logged in members only.
administrationPersonnel administration documents Logged in members only.
administrationPersonnel files and administration - step by step guide
administrationHR administration - introduction page
adoptionMaternity, adoption, paternity and parental rights - legal overview Logged in members only.
adoptionMaternity, adoption, paternity and parental leave - guidelines for employees
adoptionAdoption - confirm notification - letter Logged in members only.
adoptionMaternity, adoption, paternity and parental leave policies Logged in members only.
adoptionMaternity, adoption, paternity and parental - introduction page
advertsJob adverts - how to write Logged in members only.
adviceH & S - further advice Logged in members only.
advisoryOur advisory team
ageDiscrimination - age - legal overview
ageRetirement - confirm extension beyond normal retirement age - letter Logged in members only.
ageRetirement - confirm refuse extension beyond normal retirement age - letter Logged in members only.
agencyAgency workers - legal overview Logged in members only.
agreementDirector's service agreement Logged in members only.
agreementFixed term agreement Logged in members only.
agreementCasual worker's agreement Logged in members only.
agreementTuition repayment agreement Logged in members only.
agreementWorking Time Regulations - opt-out agreement Logged in members only.
agreementCompromise agreement Logged in members only.
agreementSecondment (external) agreement Logged in members only.
agreementRelocation repayment agreement Logged in members only.
agreementConfidential disclosure agreement Logged in members only.
agreementVolunteer agreement Logged in members only.
agreementUnion partnership agreement Logged in members only.
agreementsCompromise agreements - legal overview Logged in members only.
aidH & S - first aid - guide Logged in members only.
alternativeRedundancy - confirm offer of alternative work - letter Logged in members only.
appealDiscipline - invitation to appeal hearing - letter Logged in members only.
appealDiscipline - confirm outcome of appeal - letter Logged in members only.
appealGrievance - invitation to appeal hearing - letter Logged in members only.
appealGrievance appeal - confirm outcome - letter Logged in members only.
applicationJob application form Logged in members only.
appraisalAppraisal form Logged in members only.
appraisalAppraisal - step by step guide
assessmentAssessment days - guide Logged in members only.
assessmentInterview assessment form Logged in members only.
assessmentsH & S - risk assessments - guide Logged in members only.
assessmentsH & S - risk assessments for pregnant workers and women - guide Logged in members only.
assistanceEmployee Assistance Programmes Logged in members only.
auditsEqual pay audits - guide Logged in members only.
authorisationAuthorisation to recruit form Logged in members only.
authorisationAuthorisation of additional, outside work - letter Logged in members only.
authorisationAuthorisation to make deduction from pay - letter Logged in members only.
avoidingAvoiding tribunals - management notes Logged in members only.
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bankEmployee bank details form Logged in members only.
beliefDiscrimination - religion or belief - legal overview Logged in members only.
benefitsFlexible or cafeteria benefits schemes - guide Logged in members only.
benefitsPay & benefits - introduction page
beyondRetirement - confirm extension beyond normal retirement age - letter Logged in members only.
beyondRetirement - confirm refuse extension beyond normal retirement age - letter Logged in members only.
bonusincentiveBonus/incentive schemes - guide Logged in members only.
breakCareer break letters Logged in members only.
breakCareer break (long-term) - confirmation - letter Logged in members only.
breaksCareer breaks and sabbaticals policy Logged in members only.
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cafeteriaFlexible or cafeteria benefits schemes - guide Logged in members only.
calloutStandby and callout arrangements - guide Logged in members only.
candidateTurn-down - candidate not shortlisted - letter Logged in members only.
candidatesPlace candidates on hold - letter Logged in members only.
careerCareer break letters Logged in members only.
careerCareer break (long-term) - confirmation - letter Logged in members only.
careerCareer breaks and sabbaticals policy Logged in members only.
carCar and vehicle policy Logged in members only.
casualCasual worker's agreement Logged in members only.
changeManaging change - guide Logged in members only.
changeConfirm change to contract - letter Logged in members only.
changingChanging contracts of employment - legal overview Logged in members only.
checklistInduction checklist Logged in members only.
checklistPersonnel file checklist
checklistLeavers checklist Logged in members only.
checklistDeath in service checklist Logged in members only.
checksCriminal records and CRB checks - legal overview Logged in members only.
childcareChildcare vouchers - guide Logged in members only.
childrenEmploying young persons and children - legal overview Logged in members only.
claimExpenses claim form Logged in members only.
claimTribunal claim - request to strike out (insufficient service) - letter Logged in members only.
claimsTribunal claims - management notes Logged in members only.
clientsWorking with clients, contractors and other third parties - guide Logged in members only.
coachingCoaching and mentoring - guide Logged in members only.
codeDress code policy Logged in members only.
commissionSales commission schemes - guide Logged in members only.
communicationCommunication - management notes
communicationConsultation and communication - introduction page
competencybasedCompetency-based interviewing - guide Logged in members only.
compromiseCompromise agreements - legal overview Logged in members only.
compromiseCompromise agreement Logged in members only.
conditionsStatement of terms and conditions and employee handbook - templates
conditionsOur terms and conditions of use
confidentialConfidential disclosure agreement Logged in members only.
confirmationCareer break (long-term) - confirmation - letter Logged in members only.
confirmRedundancy - confirm first consultation meeting - letter Logged in members only.
confirmRedundancy - confirm dismissal - letter Logged in members only.
confirmDiscipline - confirm verbal warning - letter Logged in members only.
confirmDiscipline - confirm final written warning - letter Logged in members only.
confirmAbsence - confirm warning - letter A sample is available.
confirmDiscipline - confirm written warning - letter Logged in members only.
confirmDiscipline - confirm suspension - letter Logged in members only.
confirmResignation - confirm acceptance - letter Logged in members only.
confirmMaternity - confirm notification - letter Logged in members only.
confirmEnd of probation - confirm - letter Logged in members only.
confirmPay review - confirm - letter Logged in members only.
confirmFlexible working - confirm refuse request - letter Logged in members only.
confirmRedundancy - confirm offer of alternative work - letter Logged in members only.
confirmConfirm change to contract - letter Logged in members only.
confirmDiscipline - confirm outcome of appeal - letter Logged in members only.
confirmTUPE - confirm transfer - letter Logged in members only.
confirmRedundancy - confirm first consultation meeting with elected reps - letter Logged in members only.
confirmRetirement - confirm extension beyond normal retirement age - letter Logged in members only.
confirmRetirement - confirm refuse extension beyond normal retirement age - letter Logged in members only.
confirmRetirement - confirm notification - letter Logged in members only.
confirmRetirement - confirm details and serve notice - letter Logged in members only.
confirmAdoption - confirm notification - letter Logged in members only.
confirmGrievance hearing - confirm outcome - letter Logged in members only.
confirmGrievance appeal - confirm outcome - letter Logged in members only.
consentRequest consent to medical report - letter Logged in members only.
consultationRedundancy - confirm first consultation meeting - letter Logged in members only.
consultationRedundancy consultation - letters and forms
consultationInvite to last redundancy consultation meeting Logged in members only.
consultationRedundancy - confirm first consultation meeting with elected reps - letter Logged in members only.
consultationConsultation documents Logged in members only.
consultationConsultation and communication - introduction page
consultingConsulting with your workforce - guide Logged in members only.
consultingConsulting with your workers - legal overview Logged in members only.
contactContact Us
contactUnauthorised absence - first letter - request contact Logged in members only.
contentOur content
contingencyCrisis and contingency planning - guide Logged in members only.
contractKey employee contract - inc restrictive covenant Logged in members only.
contractExpiry of fixed term contract - letters Logged in members only.
contractConfirm change to contract - letter Logged in members only.
contractDismissal (expiry of fixed-term contract) - invitation to meeting - letter Logged in members only.
contractorsWorking with clients, contractors and other third parties - guide Logged in members only.
contractsContracts of employment - templates
contractsFixed-term contracts - legal overview Logged in members only.
contractsChanging contracts of employment - legal overview Logged in members only.
contractsContracts and policies - introduction page
coshhH & S - the COSHH regulations - guide Logged in members only.
covenantKey employee contract - inc restrictive covenant Logged in members only.
crbCriminal records and CRB checks - legal overview Logged in members only.
criminalCriminal records and CRB checks - legal overview Logged in members only.
crisisCrisis and contingency planning - guide Logged in members only.
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dataData protection - recruitment - guide Logged in members only.
dataData protection - employment records - guide Logged in members only.
dataData protection - employee monitoring - guide Logged in members only.
dataData protection - health monitoring - guide Logged in members only.
dataData protection - legal overview Logged in members only.
dataData protection policy Logged in members only.
dealingDealing with workplace theft and fraud - guide Logged in members only.
deathDeath in service - guide Logged in members only.
deathDeath in service checklist Logged in members only.
deductionAuthorisation to make deduction from pay - letter Logged in members only.
deductionsDeductions from pay - guide Logged in members only.
delegationDelegation - step by step guide
descriptionJob description - template Logged in members only.
descriptionsJob descriptions - how to write Logged in members only.
detailsEmployee bank details form Logged in members only.
detailsPersonal details form Logged in members only.
detailsRetirement - confirm details and serve notice - letter Logged in members only.
developmentManagement development - guide Logged in members only.
developmentTraining and development policy Logged in members only.
developmentPerformance development - step by step guide
developmentTraining and development - step by step guide
developmentTraining and development documents
developmentTraining and development - introduction page
directorsDirector's service agreement Logged in members only.
disabilityDiscrimination - disability - legal overview Logged in members only.
disabledH & S - disabled workers - health and safety considerations - guide Logged in members only.
disciplinaryDisciplinary action - legal overview Logged in members only.
disciplinaryDiscipline - invitation to disciplinary hearing - letter Logged in members only.
disciplinaryUnauthorised absence - second letter - invite to disciplinary hearing Logged in members only.
disciplinaryUnauthorised absence - third letter - rescheduled disciplinary hearing Logged in members only.
disciplinaryDisciplinary documents Logged in members only.
disciplinaryDisciplinary procedure Logged in members only.
disciplinaryDisciplinary meetings - step by step guide
disciplineDiscipline - confirm verbal warning - letter Logged in members only.
disciplineDiscipline - confirm final written warning - letter Logged in members only.
disciplineDiscipline - confirm written warning - letter Logged in members only.
disciplineDiscipline - confirm suspension - letter Logged in members only.
disciplineDiscipline - invitation to disciplinary hearing - letter Logged in members only.
disciplineDiscipline - invitation to appeal hearing - letter Logged in members only.
disciplineDiscipline - confirm outcome of appeal - letter Logged in members only.
disciplineDiscipline and misconduct - introduction page
disclosureConfidential disclosure agreement Logged in members only.
discriminationDiscrimination - general - legal overview Logged in members only.
discriminationDiscrimination - disability - legal overview Logged in members only.
discriminationDiscrimination - age - legal overview
discriminationDiscrimination - sex - legal overview Logged in members only.
discriminationDiscrimination - race - legal overview Logged in members only.
discriminationDiscrimination - religion or belief - legal overview Logged in members only.
discriminationDiscrimination - sexual orientation - legal overview Logged in members only.
discriminationDiscrimination - recruitment considerations - legal overview Logged in members only.
dismissalDismissal - legal overview Logged in members only.
dismissalRedundancy - confirm dismissal - letter Logged in members only.
dismissalDismissal (with notice) - letter Logged in members only.
dismissalDismissal (gross misconduct) - letter Logged in members only.
dismissalDismissal (during probation) - letter Logged in members only.
dismissalDismissal (ill-health) - letters Logged in members only.
dismissalDismissal (ill-health) - invitation to meeting - letters Logged in members only.
dismissalDismissal (expiry of fixed-term contract) - invitation to meeting - letter Logged in members only.
dismissalUnauthorised absence - fourth letter - dismissal Logged in members only.
dismissalLeaver and dismissal documents Logged in members only.
displayH & S - Visual Display Unit (VDU) equipment - guide Logged in members only.
diversityDiversity in the workplace - guide Logged in members only.
diversityEquality, diversity and flexible working documents Logged in members only.
diversityDiversity policy Logged in members only.
diversityEquality and diversity - introduction page
dressDress code policy Logged in members only.
driversH & S - drivers - guide Logged in members only.
duringDismissal (during probation) - letter Logged in members only.
duringDuring employment - introduction page
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educationReference letter - Education Logged in members only.
elearningE-learning - guide Logged in members only.
electedRedundancy - confirm first consultation meeting with elected reps - letter Logged in members only.
electedRedundancy - notification of elected representatives - letter Logged in members only.
employeeEmployee handbook - template
employeeKey employee contract - inc restrictive covenant Logged in members only.
employeeData protection - employee monitoring - guide Logged in members only.
employeeEmployee Assistance Programmes Logged in members only.
employeeStatement of terms and conditions and employee handbook - templates
employeeEmployee rights - legal overview
employeeEmployee survey - invitation to participate - letter
employeeEmployee bank details form Logged in members only.
employeeEmployee satisfaction survey - template
employeesMaternity, adoption, paternity and parental leave - guidelines for employees
employeeEmployee satisfaction - step by step guide
employeeEmployee satisfaction survey - documents
employingEmploying young persons and children - legal overview Logged in members only.
employmentContracts of employment - templates
employmentData protection - employment records - guide Logged in members only.
employmentH & S - employment protection - guide Logged in members only.
employmentEmployment tribunals - legal overview Logged in members only.
employmentKey employment statistics
employmentRecent and proposed employment legislation
employmentEmployment status - legal overview Logged in members only.
employmentChanging contracts of employment - legal overview Logged in members only.
employmentOffer of employment - letter A sample is available.
employmentDuring employment - introduction page
employmentEnding employment - introduction page
endingEnding employment - introduction page
endEnd of probation - confirm - letter Logged in members only.
environmentalEnvironmental policy Logged in members only.
equalEqual pay audits - guide Logged in members only.
equalityEquality, diversity and flexible working documents Logged in members only.
equalityEquality and diversity - introduction page
equalEqual pay - legal overview Logged in members only.
equalEqual opportunity policy Logged in members only.
equipmentH & S - personal protective equipment - guide Logged in members only.
equipmentH & S - Visual Display Unit (VDU) equipment - guide Logged in members only.
equipmentRecord of equipment issued - form Logged in members only.
evaluationJob evaluation - guide Logged in members only.
evaluationTraining evaluation form
executiveOur executive team
exitExit interviews - guide Logged in members only.
exitExit interview form Logged in members only.
expensesExpenses claim form Logged in members only.
expensesExpenses policy Logged in members only.
experienceWork experience and unpaid placements - guide Logged in members only.
expiryExpiry of fixed term contract - letters Logged in members only.
expiryDismissal (expiry of fixed-term contract) - invitation to meeting - letter Logged in members only.
extensionExtension of probation letter Logged in members only.
extensionRetirement - confirm extension beyond normal retirement age - letter Logged in members only.
extensionRetirement - confirm refuse extension beyond normal retirement age - letter Logged in members only.
externalSecondment (external) agreement Logged in members only.
externalSecondment letter (external) Logged in members only.
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filePersonnel file checklist
filesPersonnel files and administration - step by step guide
finalDiscipline - confirm final written warning - letter Logged in members only.
fireH & S - fire - guide Logged in members only.
firstdayNew starter - first-day reporting instructions - letter Logged in members only.
fixedFixed term agreement Logged in members only.
fixedExpiry of fixed term contract - letters Logged in members only.
fixedtermFixed-term contracts - legal overview Logged in members only.
fixedtermDismissal (expiry of fixed-term contract) - invitation to meeting - letter Logged in members only.
flexibleFlexible working - guide
flexibleFlexible or cafeteria benefits schemes - guide Logged in members only.
flexibleFlexible working - legal overview
flexibleFlexible working requests - letters and form Logged in members only.
flexibleFlexible working - acceptance letter Logged in members only.
flexibleFlexible working - confirm refuse request - letter Logged in members only.
flexibleEquality, diversity and flexible working documents Logged in members only.
foreignForeign nationals and work permits - legal overview Logged in members only.
formsLetters and forms - overview
formsRedundancy consultation - letters and forms
formsLetters and forms introduction
fourthUnauthorised absence - fourth letter - dismissal Logged in members only.
fraudDealing with workplace theft and fraud - guide Logged in members only.
frequentRequest medical report (frequent absence) - letter to GP Logged in members only.
friendIntroduce a friend
furtherH & S - further advice Logged in members only.
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generalDiscrimination - general - legal overview Logged in members only.
grievanceGrievance letters Logged in members only.
grievanceGrievance hearing - confirm outcome - letter